Qualified or Trainee Dental Nurse

Portman Dental Care; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Newmarket is seeking a Qualified or Trainee Dental Nurse. The role offers training and development opportunities with a supportive team, and contributions to patient care in a collaborative environment. The compensation includes benefits such as covered costs for GDC, Indemnity, CPD, and a bonus scheme based on practice performance.

Benefits

GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs covered

Bonus scheme based on practice performance

Access to Dental Academy

Additional special days off

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Life assurance and contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Interest in health and well-being.
• Ability to deliver excellent patient care.
• Willingness to provide chair-side assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists, hygienists, or therapists during procedures.
• Ensure correct materials and equipment are available.
• Learn to perform high-quality dental nursing.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above

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29.06.2025

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13.08.2025

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About the role and practice

We have an opportunity for a Qualified or Trainee Dental Nurse to join our Newmarket - Terrace Dental practice in Newmarket.

No previous dental experience is needed for this role if joining as a Trainee. If you have a genuine interest in health and well-being, are passionate about delivering great service, and looking for a career where you can learn, grow and develop, then this could be a perfect fit for you.

If you are a qualified Dental Nurse you will need to have a valid GDC registration and relevant dental nursing qualifications.

33hours per week.

Typical shifts are Monday Tuesdays and Thursday 7:30am - 5pm Fridays 7:30am - 4pm

Training supported by our highly experienced team -your course will be overseen by an external course provider and is fully funded by PortmanDentex

About you

We welcome your application to our Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy if you have the following skills and qualifications:

GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above are essential to undertake the course

Enjoy working as part of a team, and are a good communicator who thrives upon delivering excellent standards of patient care

Happy to be a key player in the team providing chair-side assistance, ensuring that the correct materials and equipment are available during each clinical session

Comfortable learning to perform high quality dental nursing whilst assisting each dentist, hygienist or therapist in all procedures

What do you get in return?

As a PortmanDentex colleague, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that celebrates individuality. By growing together, we’ll reimagine group dentistry and wellness, enabling happier and healthier futures for all our clinicians, colleagues and patients. Ready to aim higher and join our journey? Click to apply now and discover more.

In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package also includes:

Rate for trainee: TBD

GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs covered

Bonus scheme based on practice performance

Access to our Dental Academy to support you with your career ambitions

Additional special days off (such as your birthday), and the opportunity to purchase up to 3 additional annual leave days

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Life assurance and contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7, 365 days a year confidential helpline and counselling service, plus 24/7 GP service

To apply for our Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy, you can submit your latest CV, or contact to arrange an initial chat. Alternatively, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends or colleagues who may be interested.

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Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.